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Exclusive: Epstein Researchers Ellie Leonard and Kait Justice Join Raw America

Aug 24, 2026 · 58m

Summary

Journalists Ellie Leonard and Kate Justice discuss new evidence suggesting Jeffrey Epstein was present at Trump Tower during cabinet selections in 2016. They examine the DOJ’s obstruction of the Epstein Files Transparency Act, potential pardons, and banking complicity involving JPMorgan Chase. The episode also covers Epstein’s foreign intelligence ties and the lack of translation for key documents in ongoing lawsuits.

Topics discussed

Introduction of guests Ellie Leonard and Kate Justice Evidence of Epstein's presence at Trump Tower in 2016 Connections between Epstein, Trump, and Howard Lutnick Todd Blanche's confirmation and withholding of Epstein files JP Morgan's knowledge of Epstein's trafficking activities Missing files and potential state-level investigations Epstein's ties to Saudi Arabia and foreign governments Bill Barr's connections to Rupert Murdoch and media Katie Feng's lawsuit and the Epstein Files Transparency Act Circumstances surrounding Epstein's death in prison New Mexico's investigation into the Zorro Ranch Guests' motivations and closing remarks
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